Is Kauai good for scuba diving?
What some may find surprising is that Kauai and its neighboring island of Niihau offer some of the most rugged and unique scuba diving in the island chain. For more relaxing diving, Kauai’s south shores offer diversified sites for all experience levels.
Can you swim with sharks in Kauai?
If you want to swim with sharks on Kauai, just cruise around Hanamaulu Bay with a raw pot roast strapped to your back.
Where can you dive in Kauai?
Popular Dive Spots on Kauai
- Sheraton Caverns. Sheraton Caverns, off Poipu, known for its mythical ledges that start at 30 feet and go as deep as 60 feet.
- Black Mountain. Black Mountain, near Kipu Kai on the southeast side of the island.
- Aquariums.
- Brenneckes Ledge.
- Dive Spots Accessible from Shore.
- Niihau.
Are there snakes in Kauai?
Are there dangerous critters on Kauai? There are no snakes in Hawaii. We do however have the mosquito that can be annoying, so use repellent when needed. We do have centipedes, but they are rarely seen.
Which Hawaiian island has the best diving?
There is no best Hawaiian island for scuba diving — every island packs its own flavor. The Big Island offers the greatest number of dive sites, as well as sweeping biodiversity on reef dives, from manta rays to nudibranchs. The island of Kauai delivers the biggest numbers of green sea turtles.
Can you drink before scuba diving?
Avoid drinking to excess anytime, but particularly before diving or while on a diving vacation. Avoid alcohol for at least 8 hours before diving (the same rule the FAA imposes on pilots). If you drank the night before, avoid diving if you feel a hangover, as you’re likely to be significantly dehydrated.
Is Maui or Kauai better for scuba diving?
Maui is busier, while Kauai is more laid back. For a beginner, depending on the time of year, Maui can be the best bet due to its generally calmer waters, especially in winter. If you’re planning an all-out diving trip, you might find Maui the better choice in terms of the wide variety of diving it can offer.
Which Hawaiian island has clearest water?
Molokini is a small crescent-shaped island is situated about three miles from Maui’s southwest coast. Molokini is said to have some of the clearest water in all of Hawaii with visibility depths of up to 200 feet.